“Guns for San Sebastian” is an action-adventure film made in 1968 and directed by Henri Verneuil. The movie’s story revolves around Leon Alastray, an outlaw who finds sanctuary in a village terrorized by marauding Yaqui Indians. His myth takes a new turn when he stands against the marauders, fighting for the villagers and their safety. The film was shot in several locations in Mexico, and its storyline reveals captivating facts about the actors and the filming process.
Where it Filmed?
The shooting locations for “Guns for San Sebastian” are scattered across Mexico. These include Sierra de Organos in Sombrerete, Zacatecas, the delightful city of San Miguel de Allende in Guanajuato, El Saltito and Durango. The filming commenced on May 15, 1967, which brings a historical aspect to these locations.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Anthony Quinn | Leon Alastray |
| Anjanette Comer | Kinita |
| Charles Bronson | Teclo |
| Sam Jaffe | Father Joseph |
| Silvia Pinal | Felicia |
| Jorge Martínez de Hoyos | Felipe Cayetano |
| Jaime Fernández | ‘Golden Lance’ |
| Rosa Furman | Agueda |
| Leon Askin | Vicar General |
| José Chávez | Antonito |
| Ivan Desny | Col. Calleja |
| Fernand Gravey | Governor |
| Pedro Armendáriz Jr. | Father Lucas |
| Jorge Russek | Pedro |
| Aurora Clavel | Magdalena |
| Julio Aldama | Diego |
| Pancho Córdova | Kino |
| Enrique Lucero | Renaldo |
| Chano Urueta | Miguel |
| Noé Murayama | Capt. Lopez |
| Guillermo Hernández | Timoteo |
| Francisco Reiguera | Bishop |
| Carlos Berriochea | Pablo |
| Armando Acosta | Pascual |
| Guy Fox | Villager |
| Emilio Fernández | |
| Jean-Paul Moulinot | |
| Paul Frees | Voice (uncredited) (voice) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie was initially announced in 1964, intending to feature Gregory Peck in a starring role.
- During the scene when the dam is blown up, a few actors can be noticed holding their breath as they float down the river.
- The film made a feature in ‘Lionpower from MGM’ released in 1967, showcasing its influence and popularity.
- In one of the quotes made by Kinita in the movie, she asks Leon Alastray about his destination and he responds, “What difference does it make? A man goes from the place he is born to the place he dies.”
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Sierra de Organos, Sombrerete, Zacatecas, Mexico
- Latitude: 23.6473901
- Longitude: -103.6280221
- Place ID: ChIJ6RPKUeRTm4YRJVsayTFIS9c
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Sierra de Órganos, Sombreretillo, 99102 Sombrerete, Zac., Mexico
- Timezone: America/Mexico_City
- Location Name: San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico
- Latitude: 20.9144491
- Longitude: -100.745235
- Place ID: ChIJD7xxmK9RK4QRpLAHHQMBMWU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico
- Timezone: America/Mexico_City
- Location Name: El Saltito, Durango, Mexico
- Latitude: 23.7788616
- Longitude: -105.357029
- Place ID: ChIJje8KJBhkmYYR6sEFpvthY2E
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: El Salto, Durango, Mexico
- Timezone: America/Mexico_City
- Location Name: Mexico
- Latitude: 23.634501
- Longitude: -102.552784
- Place ID: ChIJU1NoiDs6BIQREZgJa760ZO0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Mexico
- Timezone: America/Mexico_City
- Location Name: Durango, Mexico
- Latitude: 24.0248409
- Longitude: -104.6608131
- Place ID: ChIJc9-8GKW3m4YR1EpsOqaO3b8
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Durango, Mexico
- Timezone: America/Mexico_City
